About 90 million years ago, the frozen realm of Antarctica used to be a lush, swampy, temperate forest, similar to those found in New Zealand today.

Antarctica is known for being a rather inhospitable place, what with its extreme cold, violent winds, and low levels of water – it is technically a desert. Much of continent also sits at high altitude ...

Antarctica’s harsh, icy environment is home to a surprising array of wildlife, from iconic penguins to seals and tiny yet ...

Dexter shared that whenever the penguins waddle by, the team pauses the science for a few minutes of fun. On their way back ...

The Southern Ocean is one of the most remote places on Earth, but that doesn't mean it is tranquil. Tumultuous waves that can swallow vessels ensure that the Antarctic Peninsula ...

Animals that navigate extreme conditions and environments have evolved to sleep in extreme ways. For a long time, scientists ...

Animals that navigate extreme conditions and environments have evolved to sleep in extreme ways — for example, stealing seconds at a time during around-the-clock parenting, getting winks on the wing ...

Fossil egg found in Antarctica suggests marine reptiles laid eggs, challenging previous beliefs about ancient life.

A look at Lunar New Year 2026, the Year of the Fire Horse, its zodiac origins, moon phases, eclipses, and how millions ...

On 30, 2025, Zoo officials warn that New Year's Eve fireworks can cause significant stress to animals at the Berlin Zoological Garden, particularly sensitive species such as hoofed animals. Dr.

Penguins are seen with a cruise ship in the background in Antarctica, Dec. 14, 2025. The Antarctic ice and snow melt in large quantities during the height of summer, when the weather is relatively ...

A ship carrying nearly 40 scientists will spend a month doing research at the edge of the Antarctic ice. There are goals but no guarantees, and plenty of perils.